Reliance Jio
Reliance Jio Voices Opposition to the Abolition of DTH License Fees
In response to the pre-consultation paper for the National Broadcasting Policy (NBP) issued by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), Reliance Jio Infocomm, led by Mukesh Ambani, has voiced its opposition to the proposed abolition of license fees for direct-to-home (DTH) operators. The telecom giant argues that such a move would unfairly disadvantage cable […]
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Airtel, Jio, and Starlink by Elon Musk Enter the Satellite Broadband Race in India
In the burgeoning satellite broadband segment of India, telecom rivals Airtel and Jio, alongside entrepreneur Elon Musk, are gearing up for commercial launches. This follows the government’s decision to administratively allocate spectrum and incorporate it into the new telecom bill. Key players in this space include Bharti Group-backed OneWeb, Reliance’s Jio Satellite Communications, and Elon […]
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Despite Reduction in 5G Capital Expenditure, Jio and Airtel’s Free Cash Flow Generation Expected to Remain Limited in 2024, Says Fitch Ratings
The capital expenditure on 5G by Indian telecom giants Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel is expected to decrease from 37% of revenue in the previous fiscal year to 35% in the current fiscal year, according to a research report by Fitch Ratings on December 2. While this reduction is noted, Fitch points out that it […]
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Jio Alleges Indian Telcos Using Unfair Means to Prevent User Porting
India recorded an impressive wireless broadband user base of 840.12 million as of August 31, 2023. Interestingly, the implementation of Mobile Number Portability (MNP) has witnessed a substantial 877.43 million requests by the same date, allowing users to switch telecom operators while retaining their phone numbers. However, a report from thehindubusinessline reveals a concerning trend […]
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Jio and Airtel Identified as Direct Investment Paths for India’s Digitalization by CLSA
Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel, as prominent telecom operators in India boasting extensive user bases, represent direct investment avenues for those seeking to capitalize on the country’s digitalization, according to global brokerage firm CLSA. Both companies have embarked on the deployment of 5G services, aiming for rapid nationwide coverage. The impending Initial Public Offering (IPO) […]
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Reliance Retail Launches JioMotive: An IoT Device for Cars
Reliance Retail, a subsidiary of Reliance Industries, has quietly introduced a new IoT (Internet-of-Things) device in India called JioMotive. This product is now available in the market and can be purchased online through JioMart. While the Jio brand is associated with the product, it is imported and sold by Reliance Retail, and it may also […]
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Reliance Jio’s Indigenous 5G Stack Gains Increasing Interest: Report
Global Expansion of Jio’s 5G Stack Reliance Jio is set to launch its 5G stack globally, offering a comprehensive solution that encompasses 5G radio, core, OSS/BSS, small and pico cells, and various software solutions. The company aims to provide an integrated solution rather than adopting a traditional box-selling approach. Mathew Oommen, President of Reliance Jio, […]
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Reliance Jio’s Satellite Communication Plans Unaffected by SES Service Rollout Delay
Luxembourg-based SES recently decided to delay the commercial services launch of its new O3b mPOWER satellite constellation due to technical issues. However, this delay will not affect the plans of its Indian joint venture partner, Reliance Jio, to launch broadband services from space. Reliable sources close to Reliance have stated that “The delayed commercial roll […]
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Why Vodafone Idea, Airtel, Reliance Jio Express National Security Concerns Regarding Amazon, Microsoft, and Enterprise Messages
Amazon’s switch from SMS to WhatsApp for order delivery updates and similar shifts in enterprise messaging methods have raised concerns within the Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI), representing Airtel, Reliance Jio, and Vodafone-Idea. In a letter to telecom secretary Neeraj Mittal, the COAI has accused global tech giants like Microsoft and Amazon of potentially […]
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Jio Glass to Debut In Market Till the End of the Year
JioGlass is set to hit the market by year-end, but early impressions might not be too exciting. From my initial experience at IMC 2023, it appears to be a decently designed product but lacks a compelling use case for consumers. The demonstration I saw involved watching YouTube, which wasn’t particularly impressive. While some might find […]
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